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NAMZARIC Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing

Medically reviewed by Jamie Winn, Pharm.D

Written by Rajive Patel, B.Pharm

What is NAMZARIC?

NAMZARIC is the brand name for memantine hydrochloride extended-release and donepezil in an oral capsule.

What dosages is NAMZARIC available in?

NAMZARIC is available as an oral capsule that contains one of the following:

14 mg memantine hydrochloride extended-release and 10 mg donepezil hydrochloride
28 mg memantine hydrochloride extended-release and 10 mg donepezil hydrochloride

What is NAMZARIC used for?

NAMZARIC is a NMDA antagonist / Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and is used to treat moderate-to-severe dementia in people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

How does NAMZARIC work?

NAMZARIC is a combination of two medications that treats moderate-to-severe dementia in people with Alzheimer’s disease. Memantine (an NMDA antagonist) lowers the activity of certain proteins in your brain. Donepezil (an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor) raises the levels of acetylcholine in the brain. These two medications work together to lower the symptoms of Alzheimer’s.

How do I take NAMZARIC?

NAMZARIC is dosed as follows:

If your condition is stable on donepezil only: The typical starting dose is 7 mg/10 mg (memantine/donepezil) by mouth once per day in the evening. Your dose will be slowly raised in 7 mg increments until you reach 28 mg/10 mg (memantine/donepezil) once per day
If your condition is stable on both donepezil and memantine (separately): The typical starting dose is 28 mg/10 mg (memantine/donepezil) by mouth once per day in the evening

Your dose may differ if you have kidney problems.

Is it safe for me to take NAMZARIC?

NAMZARIC is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. NAMZARIC is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to
memantine hydrochloride, donepezil hydrochloride, piperidine derivatives, or to any excipients used in the formulation.

NAMZARIC Common Side Effects

Common side effects of NAMZARIC:

Headache
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Loss of appetite (anorexia)
Bruising

NAMZARIC Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are rare with NAMZARIC. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

Chest pain
Seizure
Slow heartbeat: fainting
Stomach ulcers and bleeding: worsening upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on NAMZARIC

The following medications may interact with NAMZARIC:

Combined use with NMDA antagonists: use with caution.
NAMZARIC may interfere with anticholinergic medications
Concomitant administration of succinylcholine, similar neuromuscular blocking agents, or cholinergic agonists may lead to synergistic effect

Who makes NAMZARIC?

Forest Pharmaceuticals

Is NAMZARIC safe in pregnancy?

It is not known if NAMZARIC can harm an unborn baby. It should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

What is the generic name for NAMZARIC?

memantine /donepezil

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How do the NowPatient NAMZARIC savings programs work?

Are the NowPatient NAMZARIC savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

	Rx Advantage Card* for NAMZARIC	Canadian Prescription Savings* for NAMZARIC	NAMZARIC Drug Coupon*	NAMZARIC Patient Assistance Program*
Insured (federal, state or government)	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured (Commercial or Private)	Available	Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Uninsured	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of NAMZARIC?

	Rx Advantage Card* for NAMZARIC	Canadian Prescription Savings* for NAMZARIC	NAMZARIC Drug Coupon*	NAMZARIC Patient Assistance Program*
Brand	Yes	Yes	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Generic	Yes	Yes	No	No

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the NAMZARIC savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the NAMZARIC prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the NAMZARIC prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the NAMZARIC prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay?

If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:

1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for NAMZARIC

If you are having trouble paying for your NAMZARIC medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for NAMZARIC you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:

Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
NAMZARIC is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers NAMZARIC
If NAMZARIC is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications

You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.

2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for NAMZARIC

If you are having trouble paying for your NAMZARIC medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for NAMZARIC you will need to meet the following criteria:

You live in and are being treated in the United States
You are insured and your plan covers NAMZARIC
If NAMZARIC is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications

You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.

3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for NAMZARIC

Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your NAMZARIC treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for NAMZARIC you will need to meet the following criteria:

You must be currently insured and have coverage for NAMZARIC
You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.

You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.

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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.

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